Psalms 4:5
Be angry, and do not be willing to sin. The things that you say in your hearts: be sorry for them on your beds. Pause
Catholic Public Domain Version
In The King James Version
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
In Context
4And know this: the Lord has made wondrous his holy one. The Lord will heed me when I cry out to him.
6Offer the sacrifice of justice, and hope in the Lord. Many say, “Who reveals to us what is good?”
Cross References
2 Samuel 15:12Absalom also summoned Ahithophel the Gilonite, a counselor of David, from his city, Giloh. And when he was immolating victims, a very strong oath was sworn, and the people, hurrying together, joined with Absalom.
Psalms 26:1A Psalm of David, before he was sealed. The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the protector of my life, of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalms 50:14Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and confirm me with an unsurpassed spirit.
Psalms 62:8For you have been my helper. And I will exult under the cover of your wings.
Psalms 84:11Mercy and truth have met each other. Justice and peace have kissed.
Isaiah 26:3The old error has gone away. You will serve peace: peace, for we have hoped in you.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 4:2-6
Expostulation with Sinners. 1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer. 2 O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah. 3 But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the Lord will hear when I call unto him. 4 Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. 5 Offer the sacrifices of… Read the whole commentary →